Building Construction — Otero, New Mexico
WD NM20260025-14863-bld · Revision 1 · Effective May 17, 2026
Quick Answer
The Davis-Bacon prevailing wage for BOILERMAKER in Otero, New Mexico (construction type: building) is $21.77/hr base + $3.98/hr fringe = $25.75/hr total package (WD NM20260025-14863-bld, Rev. 1).
Scroll down for all 42 trade classifications covered by this determination.
WD Number: NM20260025-14863-bld
Revision: 1
Construction Type: building
State: New Mexico (NM)
County: Otero
Effective: May 17, 2026
Trades covered: 42
Prevailing Wage Rates — All Trades
Base hourly rates and fringe benefit requirements for all trade classifications covered by this wage determination. Total package = base + fringe.
| Trade Classification | Base $/hr | Fringe $/hr | Total Package | H&W | Pension | Vacation | Training |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BOILERMAKER | $21.77 | $3.98 | $25.75 Bottom 10% -16% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| BRICKLAYER | $20.36 | $5.74 | $26.10 +15% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER | $24.08 | $10.79 | $34.87 +39% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER | $20.46 | $5.61 | $26.07 +4% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER | $21.39 | $2.85 | $24.24 -3% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER | $20.18 | $4.54 | $24.72 -1% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER | $20.79 | $0.00 | $20.79 -17% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER, EXCLUDES ACOUSTICAL CEILING INSTALLATION, BATT INSULATION, DRYWALL FINISHING/TAPING, DRYWALL HANGING, FORM WORK, AND METAL STUD INSTALLATIO | $20.86 | $6.25 | $27.11 +8% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CEMENT MASON/CONCRETE FINISHER | $17.72 | $5.43 | $23.15 -1% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN | $38.00 | $9.82 | $47.82 +75% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN | $28.25 | $6.62 | $34.87 +27% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| FLOOR LAYER: CARPET | $22.31 | $0.30 | $22.61 +3% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| GLAZIER | $20.15 | $3.95 | $24.10 +9% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| INSULATOR - BATT | $24.44 | $8.43 | $32.87 Top 10% +60% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| IRONWORKER, REINFORCING | $19.75 | $8.45 | $28.20 Above median -23% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| IRONWORKER, STRUCTURAL | $28.05 | $18.11 | $46.16 Above median +26% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| IRONWORKER, STRUCTURAL, EXCLUDES METAL BUILDING ERECTION | $22.00 | $9.03 | $31.03 Top 10% -15% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| IRONWORKER: ORNAMENTAL | $28.05 | $18.11 | $46.16 +26% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: COMMON OR GENERAL | $13.61 | $3.89 | $17.50 Above median -6% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: LANDSCAPE & IRRIGATION | $10.60 | $0.24 | $10.84 Above median -41% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: MASON TENDER - BRICK | $13.77 | $4.35 | $18.12 Above median -2% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: MASON TENDER - CEMENT/CONCRETE | $11.51 | $0.85 | $12.36 -33% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: PIPELAYER | $13.78 | $2.20 | $15.98 Above median -14% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: BACKHOE | $20.95 | $4.73 | $25.68 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: FORKLIFT | $21.13 | $4.83 | $25.96 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: GRADER/BLADE | $21.40 | $4.95 | $26.35 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: LOADER | $21.55 | $4.97 | $26.52 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER: BRUSH, ROLLER AND SPRAY, EXCLUDES DRYWALL FINISHING/TAPING | $16.10 | $1.79 | $17.89 Above median -19% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PIPEFITTER: INCLUDING HVAC PIPE INSTALLATION | $43.07 | $16.60 | $59.67 Above median +108% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PLASTERER | $12.00 | $0.00 | $12.00 Bottom 10% -47% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PLUMBER | $43.07 | $16.60 | $59.67 Above median +108% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR ( BOBCAT/SKID LOADER) | $27.70 | $4.65 | $32.35 Top 10% +37% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR ( CRANE) | $31.43 | $4.65 | $36.08 Top 10% +53% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR ( ROLLER) | $26.75 | $4.65 | $31.40 Top 10% +33% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ROOFER | $13.24 | $0.50 | $13.74 -36% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| SHEET METAL WORKER | $37.50 | $18.51 | $56.01 +97% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| SHEET METAL WORKER, EXCLUDES HVAC DUCT AND UNIT INSTALLATION | $22.01 | $9.65 | $31.66 Above median +11% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TILE FINISHER | $14.02 | $0.00 | $14.02 -25% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TILE SETTER | $19.00 | $0.00 | $19.00 +2% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TRUCK DRIVER: DUMP TRUCK | $15.25 | $3.89 | $19.14 Above median -18% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TRUCK DRIVER: PICKUP TRUCK | $15.91 | $3.13 | $19.04 Top 10% -18% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TRUCK DRIVER: WATER TRUCK | $16.26 | $4.93 | $21.19 Above median -9% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Crew Labor Cost Estimator
Estimate total federal-contract labor cost using the Otero, NM — Building construction prevailing wage rates. Add a row for each trade in your crew, set the number of workers and hours, and optionally add a burden percentage for payroll taxes, workers’ comp, and insurance.
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This is an estimate only. Burden percentages vary widely by state, employer experience modifier, and benefit plan structure. Davis-Bacon also requires per-trade record-keeping on Form WH-347; this calculator does not replace certified payroll reporting.
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Compliance Notes
- This wage determination applies to federal contracts for building construction in Otero, New Mexico.
- The Davis-Bacon Act applies to contracts ≥$2,000 involving construction, alteration, or repair of federal or federally assisted buildings.
- The total package (base + fringe) is the minimum hourly labor cost per worker. Employers may satisfy fringe requirements by contributing to bona fide benefit plans.
- Apprentices must be registered with a DOL-approved apprenticeship program to be paid apprentice rates.
- Contractors must post this wage determination at the job site. Certified payroll records must be submitted weekly using Form WH-347.
- If a trade classification you need isn't listed below, request a conformance from the DOL Wage and Hour Division.